MARKETS & NETWORKING
The Markets & Networking grant, part of the Creative Europe Programme's MEDIA Strand, boosts the global promotion of European audiovisual content and fosters cross-sector collaboration. This initiative aims to enhance competitiveness and innovation within the European film and media industry by supporting industry events and professional networks.
Who is Funded by Markets & Networking
The Markets & Networking program primarily targets legal entities in Creative Europe Participating Countries, aiming to globally promote European audiovisual content and foster industry cooperation. The program seeks to enhance the promotion of European content in the global market and stimulate cooperation among all parts of the audiovisual value chain for co-creation and promotion of European audiovisual works. This includes improving the innovative and systemic impact of European industry markets, encouraging the creation of market networks, fostering professional networks for series co-creation, promoting sustainability, improving competitiveness, circulation, and promotion of European audiovisual works, enhancing diversity and inclusion, and leveraging technological and business innovation.
What is Funded by Markets & Networking
The Markets & Networking grant supports a wide range of activities within the audiovisual sector, focusing on industry events, networking, and the co-creation of innovative content. The funding covers most project-related expenses, with a clear emphasis on fostering market development and professional collaboration.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Markets & Networking program provides grant funding up to 70% of eligible costs, with a total budget of EUR 16.5 million. Projects typically have a maximum duration of 24 months, supporting the strategic development and promotion of European audiovisual works.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants for the Markets & Networking program must adhere to specific conditions regarding application submission, ethical standards, and project implementation, including financial and consortium requirements. Compliance with sustainability, gender balance, and inclusion principles is also mandatory.
Application Procedure for Markets & Networking
The application for Markets & Networking is a streamlined online process through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. Evaluation is single-stage, with proposals assessed against specific criteria to ensure alignment with program objectives and high-quality project management, leading to a direct grant agreement for successful applicants.
Legal Basis of Markets & Networking
The Markets & Networking program operates under the comprehensive legal framework of the Creative Europe Programme. Its establishment and implementation are governed by specific regulations, ensuring adherence to EU policies and transparent management.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
16,500,000.00 EUR
Deadline:
18.01.2024
Open Until:
24 months
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States, EEA countries, associated countries, countries negotiating association agreements with the Creative Europe Programme
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Creative Industries, Other
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Market Introduction, Commercialization, Product Development, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)
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